South 39th Street
Established homes on Missoula's hillside
South 39th Street is an established neighborhood offering home styles popular in the second half of the 20th century. “They’re going to be older homes probably built in the 1970s and 80s. I would say a mixture of split-entry homes and ranch-styles,” Richardson says. “They’re not on postage-size lots; you’ll have a decent backyard. There’s lots of trees, and you can get a good view of the city if you’re up higher.” South 39th Street is at the base of the South Hills area, giving the neighborhood a somewhat mountainous feel with views of Missoula from certain streets. Most homes in the neighborhood are on lots of at least 7,000 square feet, with many having up to a quarter-acre of space. While the lots are larger than in other Missoula neighborhoods, the community still has a suburban feel, making it easy for neighbors to get to know each other. Sidewalks connect the front lawns, offering walkability throughout the area. Houses in South 39th Street typically cost between $450,000 and $700,000.
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Shopping and dining in south Missoula
Nearby Brooks Street is home to several shopping and dining destinations. Southgate Mall is a large indoor shopping center with plenty of chain stores and restaurants, including Dillard’s, Scheels and H&M. The mall also has an AMC Dine-in theater where residents can catch the latest blockbusters. The South Crossing shopping center has stores like Kohl’s, Cabela’s and Petco just north of the neighborhood. This area is also home to Five on Black, a local Brazilian fast-food restaurant. This casual eatery serves bowls with churrasco chicken, Brazilian stew and chimichurri. The Notorious P.I.G. BBQ is a rustic smokehouse serving brisket, burnt ends and mac and cheese. Groceries are available at Yoke’s Fresh Market on Reserve, a regional chain selling local produce and meats. There is also a Walmart on Brooks Street for other household needs.
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Exploring the neighborhood on local trails
South 39th Street has plenty of parks in the neighborhood that offer recreational options. Honeysuckle Park is a small green space with a playground, a baseball field and a basketball court. Wapikiya Park is just a few blocks over and has a playground, a basketball court and an open field for playing. The park also has picnic tables where residents can enjoy spending time with friends or family. Walkers and runners will enjoy the sprawling trail system that meanders through the neighborhood. “The South Hills trail system is a really cool feature. It’s a system of walking trails that go up through the community. You see a lot of people walking their dogs,” Richardson says. The system consists of several trails in multiple directions, winding between residential streets and behind homes. Some trails connect multiple parks while others offer access to the local schools, allowing residents to create a route for a relaxing walk or a strenuous jog through the neighborhood.
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Highly rated schools in and around South 39th Street
Chief Charlo Elementary School and Meadow Hill Middle School each serve the neighborhood and receive a B rating from Niche. Meadow Hill is in the heart of the community between South Reserve Street and 24th Avenue. The school has a community garden through Garden City Harvest, a local nonprofit organization. Residents can rent a plot in the garden and grow their own produce, with tools and resources from the organization. Sentinel High School is rated a B-plus and is about 2 miles from the neighborhood. The school has several dual credit courses, including welding and automotive. It also offers clubs for various interests, such as computer science, robotics and skiing and snowboarding.
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Multiple ways to get around town
Two bus routes serve South 39th Street, offering free transit to downtown Missoula. Route 7 has stops on 39th Street and takes riders to the nearby Walmart and north to downtown. Route 12 has stops on 39th Street, Gharrett Street and 23rd Avenue and heads north to the University of Montana and downtown. The drive to downtown is approximately 4.5 miles along 39th Street and Higgins Avenue. Cyclists can access the nearby Bitterroot Trail, which heads north and connects to other commuter trails in the city. Community Medical Center is the closest hospital to the neighborhood, about 2 miles north.
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Matthew Atkins
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lance Koch
Lance Koch
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Missoula
(406) 540-0388
108 Total Sales
4 in South 39th Street
$530K - $610K Price Range
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Chad Stenerson
Chad Stenerson
Great Montana Real Estate
(406) 540-6045
82 Total Sales
1 in South 39th Street
$525,000 Price
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Mike Hyde
Mike Hyde
Real Broker, LLC
(406) 540-0487
146 Total Sales
1 in South 39th Street
$330,000 Price
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Danni Moore
Danni Moore
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier - Missoula
(406) 540-6760
262 Total Sales
5 in South 39th Street
$380K - $720K Price Range
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Tory Dailey
Tory Dailey
ERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula
(406) 926-7483
244 Total Sales
2 in South 39th Street
$505K - $530K Price Range
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Julie Gardner
Julie Gardner
Responds QuicklyERA Lambros Real Estate Missoula
(406) 413-9256
217 Total Sales
5 in South 39th Street
$410K - $525K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South 39th Street | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South 39th Street Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South 39th Street, Missoula sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South 39th Street, Missoula over the last 12 months is $364,614, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$321,750
Median Sale Price
$364,614
Median Single Family Sale Price
$364,614
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$321,750
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$235,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$251
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
788
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,339
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,470
Median Age
41
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,774
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,993
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
43.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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